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Village institutions play an important role in supporting participatory and sustainable rural development. The Village Law No. 6 of 2014 recognizes village autonomy and emphasizes the importance of community participation through Village Community Institutions (Lembaga Kemasyarakatan Desa/LKD). However, the implementation of these institutions in practice has not always functioned effectively. This study aims to analyze the role of village community institutions in supporting village development and to identify the factors that influence their effectiveness in Oematamboli Village, Lobalain District, Rote Ndao Regency. This research employs an empirical legal research method with a qualitative approach. Data were obtained through interviews and field observations involving village government officials, community institution administrators, and community leaders, while secondary data were obtained from documents and relevant regulations. The results indicate that the functions of LKD, including the Community Empowerment Institution (LPM), Neighborhood Associations (RT), and Community Associations (RW), have not been implemented optimally in supporting village development. This condition is reflected in the limited participation of LKD in development planning, weak absorption of community aspirations, and low community participation in development activities. Several factors influencing this condition include limited human resource capacity, inadequate infrastructure, low community participation, and limited development funding. Therefore, strengthening institutional capacity, improving coordination, and increasing community participation are necessary to enhance the effectiveness of village development.

Posyandu (Integrated Health Post) is a community based health center that demonstrates community participation in health development. Posyandu provides a variety of integrated services, including family planning, maternal and child health (MCH), nutrition, immunization, and diarrhea management, all implemented simultaneously. Posyandu is also included in the Community-Based Health Efforts (UKBM) and is part of the Village Public Health Institution's activities. This study aims to analyze factors influencing mothers' visits to Posyandu by toddlers. The research method used was a literature review, examining ten relevant scientific articles. The article search was conducted through Google Scholar and Garuda databases, with the inclusion criteria being Indonesian-language articles published within the last five years (2021–2025). The study results indicate that factors influencing mothers' visits to Posyandu include knowledge, attitudes, education, employment, family support, the role of cadres, and access to health services. These findings emphasize the importance of strengthening the role of cadres and family support in increasing Posyandu visits.

The management of domestic wastewater remains a major challenge in rural areas, including in Central Tapanuli Regency. Limited community participation, low access to environmental information, and weak institutional support are key factors hindering sustainable sanitation efforts. This study aims to identify and analyze the factors influencing community roles in environmentally friendly wastewater management and to formulate empowerment strategies that align with local characteristics. This research uses a Mixed Methods approach, combining a descriptive quantitative method with multiple linear regression analysis to assess the influence of variable X1 (Knowledge), X2 (Access to Information), and X3 (Institutional Support) on variable Y (Community Role). Quantitative data were collected from 175 respondents using a closed-ended questionnaire, while qualitative data were obtained through in-depth interviews and field observations in four villages: Sipeapea, Pandan, Tapian Nauli, and Hutabalang. The results show that all three independent variables have a positive influence on enhancing community roles, with institutional support being the most dominant factor. In addition, qualitative interviews revealed a gap in practical knowledge and a need for stronger cross-sectoral communication. These findings indicate that optimizing community involvement strongly depends on continued education, information transparency, and institutional synergy. This study recommends intervention strategies including community-based sanitation education, the establishment of village environmental information systems, and the integration of waste management programs into regional development planning. These findings are expected to serve as a foundation for more adaptive, contextual, and sustainable environmental policymaking in Central Tapanuli.

This study aims to analyze the factors influencing the success of development in Kesiman Kertalangu Village. The factors examined include village institution revenue, labor force, investment, and community participation. Development, in general, can be defined as efforts to enhance the productivity of resources owned by a region, such as natural resources, human resources, and financial resources. However, development in Kesiman Kertalangu Village faces challenges, namely changes in economic structure and land use conversion, which impact the regional development. This research employs a quantitative approach with multiple linear regression analysis to examine the relationship between independent variables (village institution revenue, labor force, investment, and community participation) and the dependent variable (village development success). The data used are secondary time series data collected annually from 1995 to 2024. Data were gathered through literature review by obtaining information from credible official sources, including government agencies, the Central Bureau of Statistics, and the Kesiman Kertalangu Village Office. Data analysis was conducted using Eviews 12 software. The results indicate that village institution revenue, labor force, investment, and community participation simultaneously have a significant effect on the success of development in Kesiman Kertalangu Village. Moreover, labor force, investment, and community participation have a positive and significant partial effect on development success, while village institution revenue has a positive but not significant partial effect. The findings also reveal that investment is the most dominant factor influencing the success of development in Kesiman Kertalangu Village. Theoretically, the finding that investment has a dominant influence on the success of Kesiman Kertalangu Village development strengthens the Solow growth model, Robert Chambers' participatory theory, and Amartya Sen's capacity building concept. Practically, the research results provide strategic direction for village governments and stakeholders in designing participation- based development policies, increasing fiscal capacity, and empowering local workers.

This study aims to determine the village government's efforts to encourage community participation in development in Mario Village, Tanasitolo District, Wajo Regency, and to identify inhibiting and influencing factors in the implementation of these efforts. Community participation is considered a crucial element in sustainable village development, as without active involvement from residents, development programs are difficult to achieve optimal results. This study used a qualitative approach with data collection techniques through interviews, observation, and documentation. This approach allows the researcher to capture in-depth insights and perspectives directly from the community and village officials. This method allows the data obtained to more comprehensively describe the dynamics of community participation and the strategies implemented by the village government. The results show that the village government has implemented various efforts to encourage community participation, including through village deliberations, mutual cooperation activities, and community service. Community involvement was encouraged through collective decision-making and shared responsibilities in development programs. These efforts have generally had a positive impact on community involvement. However, the study also found inhibiting factors, particularly the community's economic limitations that affect their ability to participate in development. Furthermore, some residents still face challenges in terms of awareness and understanding of the importance of active participation. Therefore, more inclusive strategies oriented towards the socio-economic conditions of the local community are needed. Inclusive policies and adaptive strategies are essential to fostering sustainable rural development. This research is expected to serve as a reference for village governments and other stakeholders in formulating more effective policies, so that village development can proceed effectively, sustainably, and truly benefit all levels of society.  

Participation in sports plays a vital role in enhancing the social identity of cities in China. This enhancement's mechanisms can differ based on social mentalities and identity conditions. Therefore, it is imperative to bolster the impact of sports participation on residents' social identity in the contemporary era. A productive starting point for this initiative involves enriching the ideological content of physical education curricula. Such an approach can significantly enhance the effectiveness of sports participation in fostering social identity among residents with diverse backgrounds, ultimately contributing to a heightened sense of belonging, particularly in regions such as Guizhou. This study, conducted through an online questionnaire distributed to 373 participants in Guizhou, delves into the correlation between the Village Basketball Association and the hometown improvement of the sense of improvement. The findings underscore that community participation, cultural identity and pride, and sustainable development positively correlate with the hometown's sense of belonging in Guizhou.

The Nutrition Garden Program in Yoboi Village, Jayapura Regency, aims to enhance the accessibility and availability of nutritious food within the community, as part of efforts to achieve the second Sustainable Development Goal (SDG): ending hunger and improving food security. This study aims to analyze the success rate of the program based on relevant food security indicators and identify factors influencing community participation in the program. The research methodology includes the collection of primary data through in-depth interviews with local residents and quantitative surveys, as well as secondary data from reports, official documents, and related literature. A comparative analysis with similar programs in other regions was also conducted to obtain a more comprehensive overview. The results of the study indicate that the Nutrition Garden Program has made a positive contribution to improving the accessibility and availability of nutritious food for the residents of Yoboi Village. Participants in the program reported an increase in the consumption of vegetables and fruits produced in their home gardens. Additionally, the program has raised awareness about the importance of balanced nutrition and healthy eating habits among the community. However, several challenges have led to a decline in community participation in the program after the Covid-19 pandemic. Identified factors include a lack of sustained support from local authorities, limited resources, and shifts in community priorities post-pandemic. This study provides recommendations to enhance the program's effectiveness through increased socialization, regular training, adequate resource provision, and closer collaboration with relevant stakeholders. In conclusion, despite the challenges, the Nutrition Garden Program has significant potential in supporting food security achievements in Yoboi Village. By implementing the given recommendations, the program is expected to operate more effectively and sustainably, thereby maximizing community participation.  

This research is entitled Community Participation in Development Planning in Trikora Village, Benawa District, Yalimo Regency. Community participation in Trikora Village, Benawa District, Regency is still very lacking. Because if you look at the level of participation such as thoughts, skills, goods and money, it is still very lacking, but participation in terms of community energy is very enthusiastic. Apart from that, the main factors that influence the level of community participation are age level, length of stay, intensity of interaction and type of leadership.The results of this research are that there are five levels of community participation in village development, namely thought, energy, expertise, goods and money. The participation that can be carried out by the community is participation in terms of thinking, because in other matters the people of Trikora village are still very limited in their abilities. There are two factors that influence the level of community participation in development in Trikora Village, namely internal and external which are described by age level, length of stay, intensity of interaction, and type of leadership. The age level of the community in Trikora village greatly influences the low level of participation, the length of stay is also very influential because it is directly related to the community's emotional ties to where they live. The intensity of interaction also influences low participation in Trikora village and the level of autocratic leadership makes people reluctant to participate in developing Trikora village.